Administrative Assistant

United Airlines; Illinois; Remote; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent airline is seeking a Part-Time Administrative Assistant to support day-to-day operations remotely. Responsibilities include administrative support, scheduling meetings, and managing communications. Ideal candidates have 2+ years of office experience, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills. Join a collaborative environment with growth opportunities and competitive pay.

Benefits

Travel privileges

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Competitive hourly wage

Qualifications

• 2+ years of administrative or office experience required.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Experience in a corporate or aviation environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to department leaders.
• Schedule meetings and manage calendars.
• Prepare and edit correspondence and reports.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong organizational abilities

Customer service mindset

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Concur

SAP

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Part-Time Administrative Assistant; Location: Remote; Company: United Airlines; Schedule: Part-Time (20–25 hours/week); Job Type: Non-Exempt / Hourly

About United Airlines

At United Airlines, we connect people, unite the world, and strive to create a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired. We’re committed to innovation, sustainability, and delivering the best travel experience possible—for both our customers and our team. We’re looking for a detail-oriented, proactive, and highly organized Part-Time Administrative Assistant to support our team and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to department leaders and team members
• Schedule meetings, manage calendars, and coordinate logistics for internal and external meetings
• Prepare and edit correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents
• Organize and maintain digital and physical filing systems
• Assist with travel arrangements and expense reporting
• Support onboarding activities for new employees
• Maintain office supplies and place orders as needed
• Handle incoming communications (emails, calls, mail) professionally and promptly
• Assist with organizing events, training sessions, and team activities
• Perform other administrative tasks as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• High school diploma or GED
• 2+ years of administrative or office experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Customer service mindset and team-oriented attitude

Preferred:

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field
• Experience in a corporate or aviation environment
• Familiarity with Concur, SAP, or similar systems

What We Offer

• Travel privileges: Fly anywhere United flies with our employee travel program
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment
• Growth and learning opportunities within a global airline
• Competitive hourly wage and part-time benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.